GLP-1s as Longevity Drugs, Private Equity in 401Ks, Age in Place for 1500 Dollars 2-24-26

Our News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club, February 24, 2026 episode.  Ellen Khalifa discussed the potential of GLP-1 drugs as longevity drugs. Benjamin Surmi addressed the shift of 401(k) investments into private equity, emphasizing the complexities and regulatory changes involved. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury shared practical aging-in-place modifications, such as better lighting, staircase rails, and raised toilet seats, costing under $1,500. The importance of proactive measures and mindfulness in preventing falls was also emphasized.

Presented by Ellen Khalifa, Habits Coach for Healthspan and Wellspan 
Nature Biotechnology 11-12-25 Are GLP-1s the First Longevity Drugs?
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41587-025-02932-1

Mentioned GLP-1 Women’s Health session at CES 2026 (video) 

Presented by Benjamin Surmi, Senior Living Expert and Social Gerontologist
Financial Advisor Mag The 401(k) Takeover: Private Equity Muscles In On Retirement by Loukia Gyftopoulou
https://www.fa-mag.com/news/the-401-k--takeover--private-equity-muscles-in-on-retirement-85914.html

Presented by Elizabeth Magallon Fleury, CAPS, Life's Encore Planning  featuring Carol Chiang, How to Set Up Your Home to Age in Place for $1,500 by Veronica Dagher
https://www.wsj.com/personal-finance/how-to-set-up-your-home-to-age-in-place-for-1-500-9a3508bf
Apple access: https://apple.news/Ajd0T6T8wRYqQpIQV_CsjoA

Discussion hosted with commentary by: Linda Sherman and Ray Gordon

BoomerTechTalk.com episode page 

2-24-26 LinkedIn Show Post

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